Diljit Dosanjh to Priyanka Chopra Jonas: 5 Indian Celebrities Who Brought Desi Vibes on Hollywood Talk Shows

Los Angeles: Diljit Dosanjh makes history as the first Indian Punjabi talent to appear on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. The Indian artist is captivating global audiences by breaking barriers and showcasing Punjabi culture on a grand stage. Dressed in his traditional attire, Diljit mesmerised viewers with energetic Bhangra performances, accompanied by his hit songs ‘Born to Shine’ and ‘Goat’. Before Diljit, several Indian actors had already made their mark on renowned Hollywood talk shows, paving the way for Bollywood’s global recognition. Join us for a nostalgic journey through some unforgettable moments!

Before Diljit, 5 Indian Actors Who Appeared On Popular Hollywood Talk Shows

1) Priyanka Chopra Jonas

You’ve probably seen Bollywood turned international actress, Priyanka Chopra Jonas quite a few times on popular talk shows – She’s a regular on platforms like The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Stephen Colbert’s The Late Show, and not forgetting, Jimmy Kimmel Live! Yeah, that’s right, she’s basically a Hollywood staple now. Remember the time she had a blast playing holi with Jimmy Fallon on his show? Just one of the many memories she’s created in these shows.

2) Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been a guest on a few popular talk shows, namely, The Oprah Winfrey Show and The Late Show with David Letterman, sharing insight into her career and Indian cinema. Her reaction to Letterman’s jest at Indian customs became a clip that many still appreciate. Upon being asked if all Indian adults persist in living with their parents, Aishwarya gracefully responded, “It’s not unusual for us to live with our parents in India, as we don’t find the need to book dinner dates with them.” Interestingly, she’s graced Oprah Winfrey’s show not just once, but twice.

3) Deepika Padukone

Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone who will be shortly seen in “Kalki 2898 AD”, appeared on the popular Hollywood talk show The Ellen DeGeneres Show promoting her premiere Hollywood movie, “xXx: Return of Xander Cage” starring alongside Vin Diesel.

4) Shah Rukh Khan

While on a promotional tour for his film Dilwale, Bollywood’s superstar, Shah Rukh Khan graced the sets of renowned television shows as ‘This Morning’, ‘Friday Night with Jonathan Ross’, and ‘My Next Guest with David Letterman’. While on these shows, he engaged in chats, covering diverse topics, even touching on his unique clause of ‘no-kissing’ in his contract.

5) Abhishek Bachchan

Abhishek Bachchan, a unique figure among Bollywood actors, once graced The Oprah Winfrey Show side by side with his wife, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. It’s been said that he extended an invitation to Oprah to visit India, years after their co-guesting on her renowned show and her previous trip to the country.

Indian actors, gaining international recognition, have effectively made a bridge between Bollywood and Hollywood, thanks to their performances on global platforms. Let us know which Indian actor caught your eye the most and why you loved it.